Pedestrians cross Westminster Bridge as fog envelopes the Elizabeth Tower. FILE PHOTO/Agence France-Presse
LONDON — Fog grounded flights at several major UK airports on Friday, the air traffic control authority (NATS) said.
g2g slotCancellations and delays of several hours to landings and take-offs struck hubs including London Heathrow, Gatwick and Manchester, aircraft tracking website Flightradar24 indicated.
Article continues after this advertisement“Due to widespread fog, temporary air traffic restrictions are in place at several airports across the UK today” for safety reasons, NATS said in a statement.
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“Our teams are working closely with the airports and airlines to minimise disruption. Passengers should check the status of their flight with their airline.”
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